The Center [for Law, Culture and Society] invites applications from scholars of law, the
humanities, or social sciences working in the field of sociolegal
studies. Pre-tenure scholars, recently awarded PhDs, and those with
equivalent professional degrees are encouraged to apply. Advanced
graduate students may also apply, but evidence of completion of the
doctoral degree or its equivalent is required before beginning the
fellowship.

Fellows will devote a full academic year to research and
writing in furtherance of a major scholarly project, and will receive a
stipend plus a research allowance, health insurance, other benefits, and
workspace at Indiana Law.
If both sides are amenable, the option of teaching a research seminar
is also possible, with a commensurate adjustment to the stipend.

Fellows will conduct research at Indiana University and
participate in the activities of the Center, which include an annual
symposium, a colloquia series, and regular workshops and lectures.
(The term of the appointment will be 10 to 12 months, beginning
August 1. The amount of the stipend will be the same regardless of the
duration of the appointment.)

In evaluating applications, the Center will focus on:

the originality and significance of the candidate’s proposed research project within the field of sociolegal studies;

the candidate’s scholarly promise, achievements, and ability to complete the project; and

the potential contribution of the candidate to the intellectual life of the Center, the School of Law, and Indiana University.

A complete application consists of the following:

a research proposal (up to 10 pages),

curriculum vitae (with address and complete contact information), and

three letters of recommendation (must be sent separately).

Electronic application materials from applicants (research
proposal, CV, and, optionally, cover letter and writing sample) should
be submitted as a single, consolidated email attachment in PDF format.
Letters of recommendation should be sent separately by letter-writers
(either electronically or by regular post).

Applications should be sent to:E-mail: hallpd@indiana.edu
Jerome Hall Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
Center for Law, Society, and Culture
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
211 South Indiana Avenue
Bloomington, IN 47405